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BF53 FLJ

2003 Renault Scenic

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2015
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

79,044 mi
Last recorded79,044 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2014
Typical for 2003 Renault Scenic54,324 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF53 FLJ
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2014 79,044 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2014 79,044 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Sep 2013 71,974 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2013 71,974 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 28 Aug 2012 62,817 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 55,543 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2011 55,543 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Aug 2010 46,695 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2010 46,695 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Aug 2009 38,868 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2008 32,523 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 28 Aug 2008 32,523 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2007 24,890 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2006 20,069 miles

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Registration plate lamp flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.1.5e)

Offside Outer Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Registration plate lamp flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.1.5e)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

o/s/f brake sticking slightly

rear brakes sticking slightly

Pass 29 Aug 2006 20,069 miles

Offside Outer Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

o/s/f brake sticking slightly

rear brakes sticking slightly

How Reliable is the Renault Scenic?

Based on 2,489,721 MOT tests across 172,237 vehicles.

69.5%
Pass Rate
6,650
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
172,237
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 108,325
position lamp(s) not working 70,652
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 64,273
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 60,499
Registration plate lamp not working 59,677
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BF53 FLJ is a 2003 Renault Scenic in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2003 Renault Scenic models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.6% with a typical mileage of 54,324 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Renault Scenic fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 108,325 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BF53 FLJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Renault Scenic typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 23 years old, this Renault Scenic is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BF53 FLJ registered?

BF53 FLJ is a 2003 Renault Scenic, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is BF53 FLJ safe to buy?

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